Which Steroid Hormone Is Synthesized in the Ovaries

question 59

Multiple Choice

Which steroid hormone is synthesized in the ovaries?

• A) cortisol
• B) progesterone
• C) testosterone
• D) estradiol

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Definitions:

Neurotransmitters

Substances that carry signals from one neuron to another across a synapse in the nervous system.

Opiate Drugs

A category of drugs derived from opium plants, often used for pain relief but associated with high addiction potential.

Receptor Sites

Specific regions on the surface of a cell or within a cell where messenger molecules, such as hormones or neurotransmitters, bind to initiate a cellular response.

Endorphins

Natural, pain-relieving chemicals produced by the body that promote a feeling of well-being or euphoria.